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JOUSTING TOURNAMENTS AT HEVER CASTLE // 14-15, 21-22, 28-29 JULY AND 11-12, 18-19, 24-27 AUG
The Knights of Royal England will be entertaining the crowds with exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. Join Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and the Knights of Royal England in the procession to the jousting arena. Battling it out in the saddle and on foot in one-to-one combat, the valiant knights will then compete for points to find this season’ s ultimate champion. Surrounded by award-winning gardens and dating back to the 13th century, historic Hever Castle provides a picturesque setting for a fantastic day of jousting. Bring a blanket or watch the joust in style from the medieval spectator stands, available for a small cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Then choose which knights you support and cheer them to glory.
From 10.30am. Price: £ 17.25( children 5-15 £ 9.75) Hever Castle & Garden, Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG www. hevercastle. co. uk
CREATE FESTIVAL // 21 JULY
Create Festival is already one of the South East’ s biggest and longest established free music festivals, taking place every July in Ashford’ s Victoria Park. The festival has grown significantly over the last five years and now features four music stages with a packed line-up of original acts spanning from rock and pop to folk and dance. The festival also features a mix of food markets, bars, outdoor theatre, arts and crafts, and creative pyrotechnics.
From 12pm. Price: Free Watercress Fields, Clockhouse, Ashford TN23 5HD www. createfestival. co. uk
CAMP WILDERNESS // 30 JULY – 1 AUG AND 15-17 AUG
LEEDS CASTLE CLASSICAL CONCERT // 14 JULY
Offering 3-day residential summer camps for children aged 6 to 15, Camp Wilderness will be bringing its magical outdoor adventures to the area just in time for the school holidays. Camp Wilderness connects children with the natural world, giving them the chance to camp in ancient woodlands, build and cook over open campfires, try new pursuits like archery and learn traditional bushcraft skills.
£ 249 per child( sibling discounts are available) Penshurst Place & Gardens, Penshurst TN11 8DG www. campwilderness. co. uk
2018 is a special year for the Leeds Castle Classical Concert as this iconic Kent event celebrates its 40th anniversary. Now in its 40th year, this iconic event which is a highlight of the summer season, is set in the most spectacular location and natural amphitheatre in front of the beautiful Leeds Castle, reputed to be the loveliest castle in the world. People in their thousands have attended the stunning setting of Leeds Castle across the last 39 years to be entertained by this amazing openair musical delight. The first concert took place in 1978 and to celebrate, along with much-loved classical favourites, the audience will be treated to a special finale including greatest hits from the 70’ s era. This special ruby celebratory event will have a real birthday party atmosphere throughout the summer’ s afternoon and evening. Internationally respected conductor John Rigby will once again command the stage, this year not only conducting the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra but also acting as compere and host with special guests. Sponsored by Brachers, a leading law firm in Kent.
From 2.30pm. Price: from £ 43 Leeds Castle Maidstone ME17 1RG www. leedscastleconcert. co. uk
NEVERWORLD // 2-5 AUG
Neverworld is a spectacular immersive kingdom of music, party and wonder. Set in the grounds of a beautiful forest just 40 minutes from central London, this unpretentious party is made up of three magical realms: The Neverwoods, Skull Ridge and Mermaids Lagoon. With 11 stages and 24 hours of music and partying, you are guaranteed the best weekend of your life!
From 5pm on 2nd Aug. Price: £ 135( children 13-17 £ 60, children 12 and under free) John Darlings Farm, Wilderness Lane, Hever TN8 7LP www. neverworld. co. uk
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